Crafty Chica events for 2024
My favorite aspect of running my Crafty Chica business is connecting with all the other crafty chicas. Online and in-person. From workshops to presentations and book signings to podcasts, I do it all.
Here is a list of my upcoming events and projects. Please reach out if you would like to connect with me for an event – or just to say hi!
See my handmade art and crafts for sale at:
Amor Collective, located in Park West at 9780 W Northern Ave Suite 1220, Peoria, AZ 85345. Next to See’s Candies! Hours are 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Monday-Sunday.
Retail Therapy, Phoenix Convention Center 125 N 2nd St, Suite 120 Phoenix, AZ 85004. Next to UPS. Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Oct 12 – Storytelling Stamping at The Sagrado
Sagrado’s Annual Ancestral Community Gathering and Art Showcase is a celebration of multicultural artistry that draws upon the strength and wisdom of ancestral heritage. This event creates a space for cross-generational dialogue and artistic expression, allowing participants to explore concepts like roots, traditions, and rituals. Through this gathering, we honor the teachings of our ancestors, enriching our present and guiding us toward the future.
Location: @audubonsw 3131 S. Central Ave, Phoenix, Arizona, 85040 Time: 6pm-9pm
Oct 20 – DIY DÃa de Muertos Altar workshop
Two sizes to choose from!

November 1 – Phoenix Art Museum First Fridays, details to come
November 2-3 – Storytelling Stamping at Desert Botanical Garden, Dia de Muertos
12-5 pm
I’m so delighted to share my Storytelling Stamping experience here! DÃa de Muertos returns to the Garden with a stunning community altar, vibrant procession, food, music and more. Starting Nov. 1, a community altar centered on the legend of the Cempasúchil flower (marigold) and the story of Xóchitl and Huitzilin will be on display in Ottosen Gallery.

November 20 – ASU Author-preneurship – speaker
Connect with local authors and tap into resources that will elevate your entrepreneurial journey! Get your questions answered, collaborate with other inspiring writers, and turn the next page in your author-preneurship adventure. Whether you’re navigating the business side of writing or ready to launch your next project, this is your chance to start a new chapter and take your book—and your brand—to the next level!
Date: Wednesday, November 20th
Time: 9:00AM-12:00PM
Location: Edson E+I @ 850PBC, 850 North 5th Street, suite 130L1, Phoenix, AZ 85004
2025 Crafty Chica Art Retreat in France!



Kathy, the new website is beautiful, fun, accessible and full of great content. Congratulations to you and your team.
Congratulations on your new website. It’s so beautiful and sleek! You go, Crafty Chica!
Love your new website – it’s awesome!!
PLEASE come to the Chicagoland area soon 🙂
When is doggie day?
hi,..Kathy. Thank Thank Thank, you You r a blessed INSPIRATION. NEVER CHANGE.♡♡♡♡♡♡ AND YOU ARE A ☆☆☆☆☆☆ THANX AGAIN………..Ginamarie♡